The manga adaptation of Shikiji Sorakura’s The Teen Exorcist (Shōnen Onmyōji) has officially ended with its final chapter published in the November issue of Kadokawa’s Young Ace magazine, released on Friday. The series, which began serialization in January 2023, is an adaptation of Mitsuru Yūki’s popular light novel series of the same title.
End of a Nearly Two-Year Run
The Teen Exorcist manga, brought to life by Shikiji Sorakura, concluded its serialization after a run of almost two years. The final chapter appeared in the November issue of Young Ace, marking the end of Masahiro’s journey in manga form. The manga’s sixth and final compiled book volume is scheduled to ship on December 4.
A Spinoff Story and English Release Details
While the main manga has concluded, fans can look forward to a spinoff story, which Kadokawa’s Young Ace magazine announced will be published in its next issue on November 4.
Yen Press has licensed The Teen Exorcist manga for English publication, with the third volume having been released on September 23. The series follows Masahiro, a young royal diviner in Japan’s Heian Period, who aims to surpass his legendary grandfather, Abe no Seimei. Alongside his spirit companion Mokkun, Masahiro confronts ominous presences to protect the princess and the royal capital.
The Enduring Legacy of Shōnen Onmyōji
The original Shōnen Onmyōji light novel series by Mitsuru Yūki, from which the manga is adapted, commenced publication in 2001 under Kadokawa’s Beans Bunko imprint. The enduring popularity of the light novels also led to an anime series by Geneon Entertainment USA in 2006 and a musical stage play in 2007, further solidifying its place in the fantasy genre. Shikiji Sorakura launched the manga adaptation in Young Ace magazine in January 2023, with Kadokawa publishing the first manga volume in June 2023 and the fifth volume on June 4.
